#stamp-duty

#stamp-duty

UK house prices continue to rise, with February showing a 0.4% month-on-month increase.

Homebuyers in England can expect a larger property selection this spring despite missing the March stamp duty deadline.

UK house prices fell 0.5% in March following changes in stamp duty, marking the largest monthly decline in a year.

House prices in the UK continue to rise, with a forecasted increase of 2.5% in 2025 despite economic pressures.

UK house prices rose 3.9% year-on-year in March due to buyer urgency before stamp duty changes.

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A significant increase in stamp duty costs is impending, impacting first-time homebuyers and those moving homes in England and Northern Ireland.

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Increased urgency among first-time buyers before upcoming changes in stamp duty rates.

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The Independent supports accessible journalism and robust reporting on critical issues like reproductive rights and market changes in the UK.

Stamp duty reforms are set to complicate homeownership for many UK buyers, significantly raising costs and limiting affordability.

Rising urgency for homebuyers to complete purchases ahead of significant stamp duty changes in the UK.

Rachel Reeves' hike in stamp duty for second home buyers could negatively impact renters and the housing market.

Stamp duty may be applicable on building plots based on value, nature of land, and whether any construction has started.

Repeated increases in stamp duty have severely affected high-end property sales in London, with transactions falling 42% over the past decade.

Rachel Reeves is focused on raising taxes, but scrapping stamp duty on shares could boost UK investment and competitiveness.

The housing market is cautiously optimistic heading into 2025, with rising prices despite concerns over mortgage rates and sensitivity to asking prices.

Caution is essential regarding proposals to change stamp duty on bulk home purchases, pending a review.

Predicted surge in home sales before stamp duty increase in March 2025, but high interest rates may limit buyer engagement.

First-time homebuyers in the UK are rushing to finalize purchases before significant stamp duty increases take effect on April 1.

The newly implemented 6% stamp duty rate has sparked backlash from Fine Gael councillors, as wealthy constituents feel already taxed fairly.

Fine Gael plans a stamp duty increase on bulk home purchases to support home ownership amid concerns over vulture fund acquisitions.

The Resolution Foundation advocates major tax changes to tackle fiscal challenges, proposing increases to inheritance and capital gains taxes.

Council tax and stamp duty should be abolished in favor of a fairer, proportional tax system, according to economist Tim Leunig.